Riley Stories
Stories Archive
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Alexis Allen
Born with spina bifida, Alexis has already had 11 major surgeries at Riley Hospital, yet she remains determined not to let her physical condition define her.
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Luke Andritsch
In May 2007 Luke woke up with a slight fever and complained of ear pain. Todd and Vicky Andritsch took their son to an emergency care clinic and later to Riley Hospital, where physicians diagnosed Luke with leukemia.
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Jodi and Sarah Camino
Difficult and demanding medical conditions are no match for the bond forged between the Camino sisters.
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Tim Courtney
Gasoline is one of the world’s most dangerous liquids, capable of catching fire or exploding from something as innocuous as static electricity. Timothy tragically found this out.
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Morgan Dale
Last May, Morgan Dale from Linton, Ind., revved up more than 6,000 motorcycle enthusiasts before the annual Miracle Ride, which has raised $3 million for Riley Hospital for Children. She inspired participants with her rendition of the national anthem and her heartfelt appreciation for the hospital that saved her life twice.
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Ella Dyer
No one would call a stroller collapse a fortunate incident. But for 2-1/2-year-old Ella Dyer, a seemingly innocent bump on the nose led to early treatment of a potentially serious medical condition – and her father’s musical thank you to Riley Hospital for Children.
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Sheila Fraser
Shelia was diagnosed with bone cancer in fourth grade. Surgery and several rounds of chemotherapy at Riley Hospital saved her leg…and her life.
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Guadalupe Dominguez Galeno
In November, after almost a year of dialysis, Guadalupe’s mom, Sylvia Galeno, gladly offered one of her kidneys so her daughter could be freed from the dialysis machines. Dr. Goggins performed the successful transplant surgery a month before Guadalupe turned 11.
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Tyler Genneken
Tyler became a Riley Champion the day he walked into Riley Hospital. Diagnosed with acute lymphocytic leukemia, Tyler never stopped saying yes to helping others during the difficult years that followed.
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Emily Hampton
After doctors diagnosed Emily with Neurofibromatosis Type 1, Rob and Mindi began researching treatments for their daughter. The couple from California turned to Riley Hospital and the clinical trial being conducted by Dr. Kent Robertson and Dr. Wade Clapp.
